Addiction and recovery support near you
Free and low-cost addiction treatment is available through community treatment centers, detox programs, and harm reduction services. SAMHSA's National Helpline (1-800-662-4357) is free, confidential, and available 24/7 — they can connect you to local treatment near you. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) like methadone and buprenorphine is highly effective and widely available.
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Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referrals for alcohol and drug use disorders. Available in English and Spanish. Callers are connected to local services.
Walk-in detox and crisis stabilization programs help you safely manage withdrawal. Some operate 24/7. Call ahead when possible to confirm availability.
Syringe exchanges, naloxone (Narcan) distribution, and safe use supplies. No requirements. Walk-in or mobile services available in many areas.
Naloxone reverses opioid overdose and saves lives. Available free at many pharmacies (no prescription needed in most states), harm reduction programs, and health departments.
Buprenorphine (Suboxone), methadone, and naltrexone are highly effective for opioid use disorder. Many FQHCs and community health centers prescribe MAT.
What you may need to bring
- Photo ID (helpful but not required at many harm reduction programs)
- Insurance card if you have one
- List of substances being used (for detox intake)
- Emergency contact information
- Medications you are currently taking
What to expect
At a detox program, you will be medically assessed and monitored for withdrawal. After detox, you will be connected to ongoing treatment — outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), or residential depending on your needs. Recovery support groups like AA, NA, SMART Recovery, and peer support specialists are also available at no cost.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I find free addiction treatment near me?
- Call SAMHSA's National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 (free, 24/7) or search the SAMHSA Treatment Locator at findtreatment.gov. ClearHelp also shows local treatment programs near you. Most programs accept Medicaid and uninsured patients.
- What is medication-assisted treatment (MAT)?
- MAT uses FDA-approved medications (buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone) combined with counseling to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders. It is the most evidence-based treatment available and significantly reduces overdose risk. Many FQHCs and community health centers offer MAT.
- Where can I get naloxone (Narcan) for free?
- Naloxone is available free at harm reduction programs, syringe service programs, and many health departments. In most states, it is available at pharmacies without a prescription. NEXT Distro also mails free naloxone to many states.
- Does addiction treatment cost money?
- Most treatment programs accept Medicaid, and many offer free care for uninsured patients on a sliding-scale basis. Cost should never be a barrier — call SAMHSA or 211 and explain your situation. Financial assistance is usually available.
- I am not ready for treatment but want harm reduction. What is available?
- Harm reduction services meet you where you are without requiring sobriety or commitment to treatment. Syringe exchanges, naloxone distribution, drug checking services, and safer use supplies are available in many areas with no questions asked.
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